Asst Ch Const Nicola Faulconbridge said: "We take a zero tolerance approach to knife crime and other forms of violence and are committed to targeting those responsible.

"The action taken across both days demonstrates how serious we are about clamping down on this type of criminality and keeping Kent a safe place for all. However, it is important to remember that our work never stops and our officers will continue to make Kent a hostile place for those intent on bringing violence to our communities.

Police arrested two people in Maidstone after a series of dawn raids this morning (12648337)

"We take a proactive approach to tackling knife crime, targeting those with links to other forms of criminality such as county lines drug dealing who are more likely to be involved in committing acts of violence. By making arrests and seizing items at the earliest possible opportunity, we help reduce the chances of violent crime being committed in the first place.

"Members of the public are our eyes and ears in the fight against drug dealing and knife crime, and we urge anyone with information to come forward and let us know."